9781332734610 - The Problem of Volcanism (Classic Reprint) de Iddings, Joseph P. (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book investigates the history of scientific theories and hypotheses regarding the enigmatic force of volcanism. Beginning with early, seminal attempts to explain its origins, such as the nebular hypotheses of Buffon, Kant, and Laplace, the author traces the evolution of our understanding of volcanism through the development of geology, chemistry, and astronomy. The book explores how volcanism relates to the broader themes of the Earth's formation, its geological and chemical composition, and its place within the solar system. Delving into the complexities of volcanic activity, the author explores the physical characteristics of volcanic eruptions, the mechanisms that drive them, and the role gases and heat play in their formation. Throughout, the book contextualizes volcanism within the larger historical framework of Earth sciences, highlighting the dynamic nature of scientific knowledge and the ongoing quest to unravel the intricate workings of our planet. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.